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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1923

Page

7

Madge Delights in Dicky and Leila Mystery

Madge accompanies Dicky on a secret outing as Leila confides silent troubles. Alfred interrupts with teasing as Madge steadies her nerves and keeps Leila’s confidence while slipping into the planned evening. The trio heads toward an unknown destination as plans unfold.

Alf Dicky Madge Leila Alfred Keila

Shad Dinners with Simple Spring Menus and Tips

Jeannette Young Norton shares an early spring cooking note outlining Shad as a centerpiece with broiled fish, oyster cocktails, baked potatoes, watercress salad, rhubarb pie, and coffee. Readers are guided on making a light fish dinner with practical prep tips, dressings, and complementary sides.

Jeannette Young Norton

Work a Man's Way in a Woman's World

Winifred Black writes a reader letter story about a 27 year old widow with two children seeking easy work in a bare hotel room. The author urges practical businesslike attitudes toward employment regardless of the employer's sex, urging self‑reliance and focus on the job and pay.

Watch for growing child health issues and care

Dr Copeland urges systematic health checks for children to catch bone and joint problems early. Inspect posture, feet, and spine, watch for pain, anemia, gland swellings, ear and tooth issues, and keep an eye on skin and nails. Seek medical guidance for persistent symptoms and opt to visit hospitals or doctors for serious concerns.

Evero

Health Question Answers From the Medical Column

A reader reports surgery six months ago for limb cysts with persistent swelling and periodic fevers. The adviser urges a physician examination and an X ray to determine the cause, followed by correct treatment after diagnosis. A second reader asks about remedies for large facial pores.

Do You Choose the Correct Colors for Your Beauty

Lucrezia Bori explains how color enhances female beauty through careful color selection. She notes that background and clothing tones must harmonize with hair and eye color, advises trial of tints, and suggests small contrasts like a gray scarf or a boutonniere to bring out facial features.

Lucrezia Bori Prima Donna

Advice to Girls and Worries in Love

A woman asks how to make a man propose and earn his love, while a distressed wife seeks guidance on improving her marriage. Annie Laurie advises being yourself and not pressuring him, while the other reader is urged to better herself and the home to keep her husband.

John Smith John Smiths John Annie Laurie

Tomorrow's Horoscope Warns of Writings and Treachery

The astral reading warns of perplexities and annoyances in letters contracts and publications and anxiety from young people. Use caution against accidents and unseen treachery. Those born on this day should guard against underhand methods, especially in writings. A child born today may be headstrong unless taught self control.

Two-Piece Costume by Vera Winston with Egyptian Border

Vera Winston presents a two piece costume featuring a straight skirt with a side panel bordered in an Egyptian inspired geometric pattern. The blouse mirrors the border theme, paired with a dark green felt hat embroidered in gray and silver white on olive green fabric.

Foolish Litter Spider and Wise Ant Warn of Bewitched Field

Missy Spider asks Mrs. Black Ant for help with a wild oat plant that twists and shakes, hindering web making. Ant explains the plant roots deepen before rain and urges urgent sheltering before the storm. Spider builds a home on a rose bug and waits for rain, learning the ant’s warning.

Missy Spider Black Ant Mrs. Black Ant Mrs. Black

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